Celebrate Spring with Easy Floral Mason Jar Oil Lamps

Learn how to make these beautifulfloral mason jar oil lampsfor spring.They are easy and inexpensive to create and make great gifts.

One of my most popular posts is a Christmas gift I made a few years ago.It was amason jar oil candle lampfilled with oil, and natural materials such as pine cones, cedar and cinnamon sticks.

One of the many comments from readers questioned the use of artificial flowers and berries, so I decided to try it out.

This time they are a little different because I’m using water with just a little oil because I don’t think I need to worry about bacteria growth the same way as I did with the natural materials.

For the most part it turned out great.

How to Make Floral Mason Jar Oil Lamps with Artificial Materials

Start with amason jar, preferably without the markings.You can use any kind of jar really.It’s just nice to be able to see well through the jar.That’s why I mentioned one without markings.

Stuff your artificial materials into the jar.

Use a wooden skewer or pencil to move the flowers into place, leaving some extra room at the top.

Add water to the base of the rim.

Two tablespoons of olive oil burns for a good 6 hours

Then add a little bit of olive oil, about 2 tablespoons, or enough to cover the top.I used a light olive oil as it is inexpensive and doesn’t have a strong scent.

People have asked me about using lamp oils but I haven’t tried them.Honestly, that’s because olive oil is readily available at my home and it’scombustible but not flammable.

Candle Safety Note:

Candles need to be handled properly.According to the National Fire Protection Association, many candles have started home fires.Never leave the candle burning unattended.Make sure the candle is set on a sturdy surface away from anything that can catch fire.Keep them out of children’s reach.See NFPA’scandle safety tips pagefor more details.

These floating wicks are often used in Menorahs

Add a floating wick to the top and you’re set to go.This wick should burn for about 6 hours with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Keep a lid on the oil lamp when not in use.Thisgalvanized lidis has a nice farmhouse look if you don’t like the lids that come with the jars.

Do All Artificial Materials Work In This Oil Candle?

No, just look at the mess these cute little pears turned into in only a few days.However, it has been a few weeks for the other jars I made and they haven’t changed a bit.

I even tried it with some rocks and shells.These were rocks and shells that I purchased at a craft store.If they are collected rocks and/or shells I would suggest that you thoroughly clean them first, or you may have a bacterial growth issue.

So pretty as candlelight.

Floral mason jar oil lamps are so easy and fun to make.You could pick some faux flowers up at the dollar store or your favorite craft store.Or repurpose some from your stash.I know you have some.

Did you make this project?

AboutPatti Estep

Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side.She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania.When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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Karen Howard

June 02, 2020 at 2:19 pm

Oh I love this Blue Floral Mason Jar Candle !I’m going out later on to buy some floating wicks, while shopping for other essentials.I had made some Homemade Citronella in an Empty Speghetti Sauce Jar w/Rosemary, Basil, Thyme & Sliced Lemon, Distilled Water & several drops of Lemon Verbania Oil & Orange Oil & added a tealight to the top w/ tin still on it.I’d rather have a floating wick though.1st time – so still learning.I’ve made reg.colored & plain candles before & sand candles too.This one smells Divine & Nothing Like the ones bought at the stores!If you havent done any of these yet- Do Try It.

Bessie, when I gave some as gifts during the holidays I taped the floating wick to the top of the lid.If you pack the flowers in good they should stay in place.Of course, you’ll have to be a little careful transporting them.